The gretsch drum book

Serial numberbased dating and authentication guides are available for gretsch, ludwig and ludwig standard drums. The relationship with jasper wood products went back to the 40s phil grant. With the invaluable assistance of researcher john sheridan, rob details the fascinating story of gretsch. The gretsch drum book, which became an indemand item among drum history fans immediately upon its release this past august, will shortly become available in a special hardcover edition. Oct 20, 2015 gretsch drums is an iconic american drum brand manufactured in ridgeland, south carolina. The story behind the creation of the iconic gretsch drum. I was born gretchen gertrude gretsch on january 15, 1948 in chicago, illinois. At once a scholarly work and an entertaining read, the gretsch drum book is the. In 1916, emilie, the oldest of jacobs children wrote a chapter on the gretsch family in schlegels germanamerican families in the united states. A gretsch drums artist since 2014, joseph arrington has toured the world backing two adrenalinefueled actsa lot like birds 20092018 and sianvar. Amazons choice for gretsch drum gretsch cm1e826pwg 2014 catalina maple 7piece rock shell pack and 22 inch kick with free additional 8 inch tom walnut claze 3. Rob presented steve, fred, and john with special leatherbound editions of.

At once a scholarly work and an entertaining read, the gretsch drum book is the work of rob cookone of americas bestknown drum historians and the. The dating guide includes sections on catalogs, colors, badges, hardware, snare drums, and outfits. The gretsch drum book by rob cook with john sheridan ebay. The gretsch drum book book new 000120777 for sale online. Gretsch drums is a division of american musical instrument manufacturer gretsch. The gretsch drum book, which became an indemand item among drum history fans immediately upon its release this past august, will shortly become available in a special hardcover edition at once a scholarly work and an entertaining read, the gretsch drum book is the work of rob cookone of americas bestknown drum historians. This includes an alphabetic list of every gretsch endorser from 19362012 with nearly 200 photos. Falzerano, the authority on gretsch drums, has written a wonderful book giving the history of the gretsch drum company, and featuring interviews with many gretsch endorsers of the past. It covers the product lines over the years of manufacture, locations of the company as it was bought and sold, and has features on certain important gretsch owners and employees that were critical to the gretsch drum company. For players of gretsch basses and other big boomy things. For the love, collection, posting and information of vintage grestch drums buy and sell group. Gretsch artist since 2017, canadianborn and internationallyrespected professional anthony michelli has fostered a creative and successful career in the music industry as a drum set performer, postsecondary educator, and sound recording producer. Noted drum historian john aldridge, i came away with a much better picture of gretschs place in drum history.

The gretsch drum book by rob cook, in collaboration with john sheridan, is a complete business history of the gretsch drum company and dating guide for gretsch drums. Known for their distinctive sound, the list of renowned drummers who have played gretsch drum kits. Gretsch snare drums catalog pages and gretsch drum set catalog pages is a great place to start your research. The gretsch energy series is aimed at the first time buyer. At the time, my father bill gretsch was president of the fred gretsch manufacturing company. This is a very comprehensive history of the fred gretsch company. The north american release of the newest rebeats publication, the gretsch drum book, by rob cook with john sheridan, will take place on august 3 in new york city as part of the gretsch th anniversary celebration event.

In 1927, gretsch produced the gretschamerican drum series, the first drums produced with multiply shells, which would become part of gretschs signature sound and remain so to this day. Steve maxwell, fred gretsch, rob cook, logan thomas, and john sheridan. The aesthetic, the vibe and sound of the drums are all world class, says stanton moore, drummer for the jam band galactic. Authored by rob cook in collaboration with john sheridan and with assistance from lee ruff and fred w.

A drum is a drum, is a drum, except when it has on it. Ive tried my best to research, but have found little info. Rebeats vintage drum history chicago drum show vintage. Our list of special events where you can hear and see that great gretsch sound, as well as giveaways and special promotions celebrating you, our great gretsch fans. Hal leonard the gretsch drum book musicians friend. The gretsch drum book special hardcover collectors. My mother maxine elsner, sylvia, as my father always called her, was from joplin, missouri and a graduate of northwestern university. From bar rooms to big rooms, music legends choose the premium american classic. From the founding of the company in 1883, every significant management change of direction is discussed right up to the current era in which owner fred w. This book was published in new york in 1916 by the american historical society. Rebeats to release the gretsch drum book modern drummer. Experimental and ambitious bands like these are hard to define, much like arringtons.

The gretsch drum book by rob cook, in collaboration with john sheridan, is a complete business history of the gretsch drum company and dating guide for gretsch drums from the founding of the company in 1883, every significant management change of direction is discussed right up to the current era in which owner fred w. Hal leonard the gretsch drum book the gretsch drum book by rob cook in collaboration with john sheridan is a complete business history of the gretsch drum company and dating guide for gretsch drums. Rob presented steve, fred, and john with special leatherbound editions of the new book. The event is being jointly hosted by fred gretsch, joe carducci, john palmer, steve maxwells vintage and custom drums, and rudys music. Gretsch drums is an iconic american drum brand manufactured in ridgeland, south carolina. The story behind the creation of the iconic gretsch drum kit. There have been periods of up to six months during which very little progress was made, but the book is finally now at. Mar 15, 2016 in 1927, gretsch produced the gretschamerican drum series, the first drums produced with multiply shells, which would become part of gretschs signature sound and remain so to this day. Aug 12, 2019 recently came into possession of an older gretsch 4 pc drum set.

Gretsch drums brooklyn 4piece micro kit shell pack. The gretsch drum book by rob cook and john sheridan. With the invaluable assistance of researcher john sheridan, rob. Because the approach is serial number based, it only applies to gretsch drums with serial numbers starting in about 1962, ludwig main line drums with serial numbers starting in late 1963. Last nights meandering on my 96 double annie 2 22 2020. The gretsch drum book by rob cook in collaboration with john sheridan is a complete business history of the gretsch drum company and dating guide for gretsch drums. From the founding of the company in 1883, every significant management change of direction is discussed right up to the current era in which owner.

Renegade gretsch renegade series is a complete drum set package designed specifically for the entrylevel drummer. Gretsch has been building worldclass drums ever since the company opened its doors in brooklyn, new york in 1883. If you are having a hard time and need more help then visit our drum forum which is the largest vintage drum forum on the internet become a member and ask your gretsch questions there. Toms have quick sizes shallower depths which provide punchy tones and allow for lower positioning. Gretsch introduces the steve ferrone signature drum set, a usamade maple kit finished in 1955 cadillac green.

Gretsch vintage drums pre 1985 public group facebook. Gretsch, this book has been in the research phase for approximately 7 years. For more than years, our awardwinning company has been providing that great gretsch sound to drummers around the globe. Jun 18, 2017 gretsch has been building worldclass drums ever since the company opened its doors in brooklyn, new york in 1883. The book includes a fullcolor k zildjian dating guide chart by bill hartrick. Founded in brooklyn, new york in 1883, gretsch drum kits have been used by many notable drummers including max roach, tony williams, art blakey, vinnie colaiuta, mark guiliana, phil collins, charlie watts, taylor hawkins and steve ferrone. The gretsch drum book special hardcover collectors edition. I would not be so skeptical of the age of mine, as the.